What is the deduction for a backward roll step out on the Level 5 beam if the head stays in contact with the beam?

In the context of gymnastics judging, a backward roll performed on the beam that results in a step out is evaluated for various deductions based on the performance quality. If the gymnast keeps their head in contact with the beam during the backward roll, it indicates a lack of control and could lead to falls or a less desirable execution, which is notably penalized in gymnastics scoring.

The specific deduction for a backward roll step out where the head remains in contact with the beam is set at 0.60. This higher deduction reflects the importance of maintaining proper body alignment and control throughout the skill, as well as the expectation of a clean execution without contact with the apparatus in a way that disrupts the movement.

In scenarios where the gymnast does not maintain head contact or performs the roll with better technique, lower deductions would apply, signaling less impact on the overall performance score. Therefore, the deduction of 0.60 for this particular situation ensures that judges are recognizing the severity of the error in execution on the balance beam.